This chapter establishes the administrative framework for disbursing Iowa's opioid settlement fund, including the methodology for soliciting proposals, formulating outcome indicators (such as preventing opioid-related deaths and reducing opioid misuse), and reporting annually to the legislature and governor. It does not license, certify, or set operating standards for any specific facility or level of care — it governs the grant/disbursement process at the state agency level.
View official sourceCHAPTER 306 OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUND DISBURSEMENT Chapter rescission date pursuant to Iowa Code section 17A.7: 5/1/31 441—306.1(12) Definition. “Fund” means the opioid settlement fund created in Iowa Code section 12.51. [ARC 0111D, IAB 3/4/26, effective 5/1/26] 441—306.2(12) Methodology. To facilitate the fund disbursement required by Iowa Code section 12.51, the department may solicit requests for proposals pursuant to rules of the department of administrative services each fiscal year, starting with the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. The department may pursue additional funding mechanisms as fund availability and opportunities allow. [ARC 0111D, IAB 3/4/26, effective 5/1/26] 441—306.3(12) Outcome measurement. Subsequent to the awarding of disbursements, the department will formulate indicators to be used to help identify if the outcomes intended for each disbursement are being met. Intended outcomes can include but are not to be limited to prevention of opioid-related deaths, reduction of opioid misuse, and increased access to appropriate medication and services. [ARC 0111D, IAB 3/4/26, effective 5/1/26] 441—306.4(12) Annual report. Starting with the fiscal year beginning on July 1, 2025, on or before November 1, the department will annually submit to the general assembly and to the governor a report that includes the elements required by Iowa Code section 12.51(2)“b”(3)(d). [ARC 0111D, IAB 3/4/26, effective 5/1/26] These rules are intended to implement Iowa Code section 12.51. [Filed ARC 0111D (Notice ARC 9844C, IAB 12/24/25), IAB 3/4/26, effective 5/1/26] Human Services[441]IAC 3/4/26 Ch 306, p.1